We try not to play favorites when it comes to fresh herbs, but basil really makes us swoon. This pungent plant has sweet, tender leaves and an oh-so-subtle anise flavor that can brighten and balance ...

FARGO -- My basil plants are still seedlings, but I know that soon I'll have an abundance of leafy greens. A blog called "The Bitten Word," written by a foodie couple in Washington, D.C., breaks down ...

We're still drowning in herbs, but we know our time is limited before the changes in temperatures and reduction in daytime sunlight stuns these plants (both perennials and annuals) into their ...

In a world where convenience often comes at the cost of quality, flash freezing is a rare exception: a method that saves time without compromising taste or texture. With a little extra planning, flash ...

Lauren Murphy is a writer and environmentalist based in the Pacific Northwest. She holds a degree in Environmental Sciences from Western Washington University. Basil is a delicious herb that can ...